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I'm Clifford Stumme, and I use literary analysis and research to explain the deeper meanings of pop songs. Feel free to leave a comment or to email me at clifford@popsongprofessor.com with questions or ideas!

May 30 Podcast: Is Twenty One Pilots a Christian band?

Twenty One Pilots fans are divided on two questions:
Is Twenty One Pilots a Christian band?

Does it matter?

In my most recent podcast, I answer both of these questions, and I think what I have to say and the songs we talk about will surprise you and give you a lot to think about.

In this episode, we talk about "Goner," "The Judge," "Car Radio," "Addict with a Pen," and "Taxi Cab," as well as a few articles and interviews.

But, I think, the part you're going to find the most interesting comes at the end of the podcast, when we talk about why it all matters and what it means for a song to be truly good or "beautiful" in an artistic sense.

I think you're going to enjoy this, and you'll have to let me know if you do. My email is jugglingcliff@gmail.com, and I can't wait to talk to you.

Also, if you get the chance, please rate my podcast on iTunes. I'd love to hear your thoughts!

Hi! I'm a university writing center director who teaches literature classes and loves helping others to understand the deeper meanings of their favorite songs. I'm married to my beautiful wife April and love Twenty One Pilots, Mumford & Sons, Kishi Bashi, and so many others!

Hi! I'm a university writing center director who teaches literature classes and loves helping others to understand the deeper meanings of their favorite songs. I'm married to my beautiful wife April and love Twenty One Pilots, Mumford & Sons, Kishi Bashi, and so many others!